Model Maker II (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Model Maker to create prototype models and demonstrators for evaluating, engineering, and sales of next-generation products. You will design components using NX CAD and manage files in Teamcenter, collaborating with internal customers to translate concepts into high-quality physical models.

The role emphasizes on-site work in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams, requiring STEM education and hands-on fabrication experience.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Prior experience with prototype fabrication.
• Experience with general office computer applications.
• Experience with effective communication in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

• Create small to medium-sized prototype models with appropriate levels of quality and fidelity.
• Execute projects according to schedules provided by the shop lead.
• Work efficiently to meet project deadlines and milestones.
• Communicate effectively with designers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Identify and communicate risks associated with prototype development.

Skills

Prototype fabrication

Communication

General office software

Education

STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics)

Tools

NX CAD

Teamcenter

SolidWorks

Catia

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-150 ~ 150 Oak Plaza Blvd ~ BLDG 150 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. As a Model Maker, you will play a key role in creating prototype models and demonstrators that support the evaluation, engineering, and sales of next-generation products and technologies. You will work onsite to deliver high-quality prototypes while collaborating with internal customers to bring innovative designs to life.

What You Will Do

• Create small to medium-sized prototype models with appropriate levels of quality and fidelity.
• Execute projects according to schedules provided by the shop lead.
• Work efficiently to meet project deadlines and milestones.
• Communicate effectively with designers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Identify and communicate risks associated with prototype development.
• Design components using NX CAD software and manage files within Teamcenter.
• Research and identify appropriate materials and source hardware as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Prior experience with prototype fabrication.
• Experience using general office computer applications.
• Experience with quality communication in a professional setting.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience designing parts made using various manufacturing methods, including machined metals, sheet metal, thermoformed plastics, injection-molded plastics, and composites.
• Experience working with parametric CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, or Catia.
• Experience working with aerospace cabin interior products.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy:
• pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.